Guidelines:

1. Length: 4-5 pages, double-spaced, typed, 12 point font, New Times Roman.
2. Sources: Works Cited comprised of at least 3 sources.
   • At least one (1) book source (Your book source must be used and cited a significant number of times.)
   • At least one (1) database, e-book, online journal or non-internet source. Use the Library Resources link on the research module page.
   • One or more of your sources may be an Internet site. The CRAAP Test evaluation form must be filled out on each Internet site you use. The Internet article(s) and all CRAAP Test evaluation forms must be printed out and handed in with the final paper.
   • Your textbook cannot count as a source.
   • Wikipedia cannot count as a source.
3. Documentation style: MLA format. Use NoodleTools to produce a Works Cited list in MLA format.

Important Documents:

1. Graphic Organizer: Exploring a Topic
2. Research Steps with Due Dates ; Iron's Research Steps/Due Dates
3. Check-off Sheet: Print and turn in with your final paper.
4. The CRAAP Test Evaluation form